Rodents, the diverse and adaptable family of mammals, bring charm to diverse habitats worldwide. From the industrious beavers building dams to the nimble squirrels foraging in treetops, rodents showcase a range of sizes and behaviors. Explore the captivating world of rodents on our website, where we unravel the unique characteristics of various species, their roles in ecosystems, and their remarkable ability to thrive in a variety of environments. 🐹🐀🐭
The burramy, better known as the mountain pygmy-possum, plays an important role in Australia’s delicate alpine ecosystems. As the tiny marsupial moves through rocky mountain terrain, it helps spread seeds…
Another significant step forward has been made in the effort to reduce animal use in toxicology testing. PETA scientists and their collaborators have published new data on an advanced non-animal…
A capybara who became famous after escaping from a zoo is celebrating her third birthday. Cinnamon lives at Hoo Zoo near Telford, England. Two years ago, she escaped from her…
Five months after escaping from Marwell Zoo in Hampshire, England, a young capybara named Samba has finally been spotted again. The one-year-old animal disappeared from the zoo on March 17,…
Jersey Zoo is celebrating the birth of two adorable baby capybaras. The zoo announced that its capybara family has grown with the arrival of not one, but two “babybaras.” The…
A wildlife park is hoping to change the way people think about capybaras as it introduces the species for the first time. Knockhatch Adventure Park, near Hailsham in East Sussex,…
A young capybara named Samba has been on the loose for over a week after escaping from Marwell Zoo shortly after arriving. While her companion Tango was quickly found, Samba…
“ found their pot of gold …” On St. Patrick’s Day — a day all about luck — rescuers at Austin Wildlife Rescue experienced a moment that truly lived up…
A small group of guinea pigs discovered wandering along the north coast of Jersey are still waiting to be claimed after being rescued earlier this week. The animals were taken…
A surprising discovery along the northern coastline of Jersey has left animal rescuers puzzled: a group of guinea pigs was spotted roaming freely near the cliffs. The unusual sighting occurred…